Where is the Brunswick Housing Authority Located?

We are located at 1126 Albany St. Brunswick, Ga 31520

What is the Brunswick Housing Authority phone number?

Phone: 912-265-1334 Fax: 912-265-1280

Is the Brunswick Housing Authority part of the local government?

No, the Board of Directors are appointed by the Mayor of Brunswick but we are a separate agency.

What is the difference between Public Housing and Section 8?

If you receive Public Housing assistance you must live in one of the Brunswick Housing Authority communities. Section 8 grants a voucher to rent a privately owned unit in which you are assisted with your rent.

Where can i apply for housing assistance?

The Section 8 waiting list is open presently. Call the main office, (912) 265-2411 between the hours of 5:00-6:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month. You can also request an application online here

Am I eligible to apply for housing assistance:

The Brunswick Housing eligibility standards are outline in the Public Housing and Section 8 sections of the website.

How does the waiting list work?

The waiting list is maintained by the date and time a person applies, size of the family unit the person eligible for and any preferences the person qualifies for as well. There are no preferences for Public Housing. Preferences for Section 8 include substandard housing, homeless, involuntary displacement, 50% of income spent on rent and utilities, Federal disaster, veteran status, disabled, elderly or handicapped.

How can I find where my name is on the list?

The waiting list is dynamic and does not follow a progressive method. Public Housing is determined by bedroom size as well as time and date. Section 8 considers preferences as well as time and date. These factors cause the waiting list to change on a monthly basis.

How do I get a Section 8 Voucher?

Call the main office, (912)-265-2411, between the hours of 5:00-6:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month to receive an application. You can also apply for an application online here.

If I get a voucher can I live anywhere I want?

The Brunswick Housing Authority jurisdiction is limited to Glynn County. There are restrictions on where you can live. The landlord must be on our approved landlord list, a lease must be approved and the unit must pass a HQS inspection prior to the signing of the lease.

What areas are considered Public Housing?

The Brunswick Housing Authority has six communities. They are Glynnvilla, McIntyre Court, Hopkins Homes, Brooklyn Homes, Mercer Altama Apt's and Abbott Andrews Terrace.

Can I have a guest and family stay with me?

Family members and guest are allowed but their stay cannot exceed 14 consecutive days. If a family member wishes to live with a tenant the tenant must put them on the lease. The tenant is responsible for the conduct and behavior of their guests.

Can I have pets in Public Housing?

Yes, the Brunswick Housing Authority allows pets. The tenant must pay a pet deposit and there are restrictions on what type of pet you may have in your dwelling.

Once I am housed in Public Housing can I move (portability) to another jurisdiction?

No, portability is not offered in Public Housing. Section 8 does offer portability, there are certain requirements that must be met prior to achieving a portability status.